Just South of Home (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781534419384)

A Kirkus Reviews Best Middle Grade Book of 2019

"A stirring Southern middle grade book that burns brighter than fireworks on the Fourth." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"A must for readers who appreciate a heartfelt mystery." --Booklist (starred review)
"An intricate mix of Southern mystery, history, and a ghost story that creeps but doesn't scare." --School Library Journal (starred review)

Cousins Sarah and Janie unearth a tragic event in their small Southern town's history in this witty middle grade novel that's perfect for fans of Stella by Starlight, The Ghosts of Tupelo Landing, and As Brave as You.

Twelve-year-old Sarah is finally in charge. At last, she can spend her summer months reading her favorite science books and bossing around her younger brother, Ellis, instead of being worked to the bone by their overly strict grandmother, Mrs. Greene. But when their cousin, Janie arrives for a visit, Sarah's plans are completely squashed.

Janie has a knack for getting into trouble and asks Sarah to take her to Creek Church: a landmark of their small town that she heard was haunted. It's also off-limits. Janie's sticky fingers lead Sarah, Ellis, and his best friend, Jasper, to uncover a deep-seated part of the town's past. With a bit of luck, this foursome will heal the place they call home and the people within it they call family.

Author: Karen Strong
ISBN-10: 1534419381
ISBN-13: 9781534419384
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Published: 05/07/2019
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.80w x 1.20d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.4
Point Value: 8
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 503174 / Just South of Home


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 04/15/2019 pg. 72
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2019 pg. 137
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 04/01/2019
School Library Journal 05/01/2019 pg. 96